The game begins in 1976 in New York City, where a young thrill-seeker named Ray lives life in the fast lane—not just behind the wheel, but in every aspect of his existence. Ray is not just a skilled driver, but a man with burning ambition who finds himself entangled in the world of crime.

One day, he locks eyes with a mysterious girl named Chen-Chi, who captures his heart instantly. What he doesn’t realize is that falling in love with her will drag him into a world more dangerous than he ever expected. Her father, Mr. Zhou, is a powerful crime boss, and his men don’t easily trust outsiders. The real threat, however, comes from Jimmy Yee—a man who either used to date Chen-Chi or considers her his own. Jimmy becomes Ray’s fiercest rival, not just in love but in the criminal underworld itself. Between completing missions and escaping the police, Ray proves he’s more than just a driver—he’s a fighter who knows when to pull the trigger and when to hit the gas. But when Jimmy Yee kidnaps Chen-Chi, it turns into a personal war. With his loyal friend Slink by his side, Ray sets off on a ruthless journey of revenge. This race isn’t for money or power—it’s for love and pride.

The game takes players on an action-packed ride that blends high-speed driving with shooting missions and intense confrontations. It features 27 main missions across six chapters, each presenting a new challenge—from dangerous police chases to bold heists and bloody gang battles. Every mission throws you into the heart of the action, complete with cinematic sequences that make you feel like the star of a gritty 1970s crime film. Completing missions rewards you with money, cars, or weapons. In addition to the main storyline, there are optional side missions such as delivery jobs, circuit races, and demolition derbies.

But the game doesn’t stop there—it offers free roam mode that lets you explore New York at your own pace. You can drive any car you see, cruise around the city, or take part in illegal street races to earn more cash. For added excitement, you can dive into side missions like arena races, delivery challenges, or car destruction tasks that grant you major rewards. The game gives you a full arsenal of weapons, from pistols to automatic rifles, and you can even shoot while driving—adding a unique action twist to the chases.

For multiplayer fans, the game offers competitive modes that let you face off against friends online, ensuring endless fun.

Compared to Driver: Parallel Lines, this game is not just a sequel but a prequel, taking place two years before the events of the previous title. Both games share the chaotic New York setting filled with classic cars and 70s-inspired music. However, there are key differences. While Parallel Lines emphasized on-foot exploration, Driver 76 returns to its roots by focusing heavily on driving—making it a better fit for handheld platforms like the PSP. Also, while Parallel Lines used full 3D cinematics, Driver 76 chose comic-style cutscenes, giving the game a distinctive visual identity as if you’re living out a gritty, crime-filled comic book.

If you’re a fan of racing games blended with action, and you’re looking for a wild ride full of conspiracies, chases, and chaos, then this game is definitely the perfect pick for you.